Key insights on hedge funds – 2024 shifts and 2025 outlook

Traditional strategies are underperforming (4.0% vs. 4.5% for basic stock/bond mixes), and 86% of funds adopting AI are seeing no performance boost.

Our report examines the key shifts that shaped 2024 and provides a forward-looking view into 2025, including how 49% of funds are moving into private markets.

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Why you can’t miss this report

The hedge fund industry is changing significantly, with private markets gaining traction and new global hubs challenging traditional power centres. But why is the gap widening between large firms and mid-sized funds? This shift is pushing a reassessment of value, strategy and performance expectations. After reading our white paper, you’ll understand why:

The traditional model is breaking down – hedge funds are increasingly correlating with equity markets, and over the past 15 years, they've struggled to outperform basic stock/bond strategies (4.0% vs. 4.5%)
Investors are demanding more – the rise of ‘cash hurdles’ and longer due diligence processes (6-8 months) indicates investors are exercising more control and scrutiny
Private markets are on the rise – nearly 50% of funds are considering private markets, searching for new ways to generate alpha beyond traditional strategies
AI is not delivering – despite 86% adoption, AI tools have yet to prove their value in generating alpha, focusing more on operational efficiency instead
Success is bifurcating – the top 20 firms now generate 33% of profits while managing under 20% of assets, leaving mid-sized funds struggling to survive

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Why it matters:

This identity crisis is forcing a complete rethinking of the hedge fund model. As performance expectations evolve and pressure mounts, success will require more than just traditional strategies. A flexible, hybrid approach will be key to thriving in this new era.

Download the full report to get a deeper understanding of these trends and how they’ll impact the hedge fund industry moving forward:

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